Judith Janda Presnall is the author of more than twenty books for young readers. Her nonfiction writing projects have led to many research adventures, including dog sledding; visiting prisons; meeting inventors, circus performers, and cowboys; and even climbing Mount Rushmore. Judy is the recipient of several writing awards as well as the Jack London Award for meritorious service to the California Writers Club. She lives in Los Angeles, California, with her husband, Lance, and their three cats. Learn more: www.JudithJandaPresnall.com.